The Extension Specialist, Human Development and
Family Science, will work with a team of Extension and research professionals to provide program leadership for the NDSU Extension Service in the area of Human Development and Family Science.

This position is part-time (.80 FTE) and will be housed in the Department of Human Development and Family Science in the College of Human Development
and Education and will receive direct supervision from the Department Head.

This position includes, but is not limited to, the
following responsibilities:

Oversee the educational programs used by the Parent Education Network (PEN)
in North Dakota.

Provide leadership for targeted educational programming in human development and family science (specifically,
parent education and other priorities as determined by the Extension program planning process).

Provide leadership for curriculum
development and updates.

Review and update publications, newsletters and social media as assigned.

Manage new online
divorce education program entitled Parents Forever.

Identify and communicate critical issues in human development and family
science to Extension staff

Provide input to program planning and program development

Train staff to deliver targeted
programming, especially in the area of parent education

Develop educational resources

Participate in unit and program
meetings

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree in human development and family science or related
field

2. Knowledge and expertise in related state programs/services available to the public

3. Evidence of effective teaching abilities

4. Effective oral and written communication skills

5. Demonstrated ability to deliver parent education

6. Ability to provide leadership and coordination for educational programs and evaluation

7. Extension experience

8. Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Established network of human development/parent
education contacts within North Dakota

2. Knowledge and understanding of community-based programming

3. Evidence of effective grant writing and grant management skills

Special Conditions:

This position is
exempt from North Dakota Veteran's Preference Requirements.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places
of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

NDSU is an equal opportunity institution. Women and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.